About Day of Mourning
Every year, the Day of Mourning is observed on April 28 to pay tribute to those who have died or been injured at work.
The Day of Mourning offers employees and employers the opportunity to publicly renew their commitment to improve health and safety in the workplace.
Last year, 18 families in Nova Scotia were forever changed when 18people died at work or because of their work.
One fatality is simply too many - the cost too great.
Day of Mourning awareness is led by the Nova Scotia Federation of Labour and supported by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration, WCB Nova Scotia, and Threads of Life. The most important participants, however, are the families, friends, neighbours, coworkers, and employers of those who were lost.
We must remain vigilant in our efforts to work together to continue to reduce the impact of workplace injury in Nova Scotia. Review and recommit to a workplace safety culture that supports both the physical and psychological health and safety of your employees. Ensure employees are trained to work safely and that equipment is safe, that awareness and support are available for psychological health and safety, and that you have an occupational health and safety policy in place. To learn more, visit worksafeforlife.ca
Nova Scotia Day of Mourning Ceremonies
Halifax
Nova Scotia Federation of Labour
Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Nova Scotia Legislature (Province House) outside grounds
Wreath laying invited
Contact:
Joan Wark, NS Federation of Labour
902-454-6735
joan@nslabour.ca
http://NSLabour.ca
Kentville
Annapolis Valley Labour Council
April 28, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
Kentville Memorial Park — at Workers’ Memorial Stone Monument
125 Park St., Kentville
Wreath laying invited
Contact:
Janet Barteaux
Annapolis Valley Labour Council
avlcpresident@outlook.com
Sydney
Cape Breton District Labour Council
April 28, 2024 at 2-4 p.m.
Steelworkers and Pensioners’ Hall
30 Inglis St., Sydney
Wreath laying invited
Contact:
Natasha Hogan
natasha.hogan.cbdlc@hotmail.com
Pictou
Pictou County Injured Workers Association
April 28, 2024 at 6 p.m.
Trenton Park
119 Park Road, Trenton
Contact:
Mary Lloyd
marypciwa@eastlink.ca
Virtual Ceremony
Join Threads of Life for an online ceremony in remembrance of all those who have been lost to a workplace tragedy.
Friday, April 26 at noon ADT.
Please register to join.
More ceremonies will be added as details become available.